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U.S. livestock: Cattle futures jump on snowstorm

By Tom Polansek, GFM Network News February 20, 2019

Chicago | Reuters — U.S. cattle futures approached a one-year high on Tuesday on concerns that wintry weather in the middle of the country will temporarily tighten supplies. Snow in states such as Kansas, Nebraska and Iowa this week is expected to slow the transportation of cattle to processing plants run by companies such as […] Read more

Using permanent and portable infrastructure allows space to separate pairs or assist heifers if needed.

Cow-Calf, Features

Breeding and calving heifers an evolution for Saskatchewan ranch

Synchronized breeding, AI program helps narrow down heifer-calving period at Grant Ranch

By Tara Mulhern Davidson February 19, 2019

Breeding and calving heifers is a critical part of cow-calf operations. No specific model fits every ranch, and even successful systems require modification. “Heifers can be a challenge; it doesn’t matter who you are,” said Saskatchewan rancher Lynn Grant. Lynn, along with his wife Sherri, and brother Dean and his family, operate a large ranch […] Read more

Livestock, Markets, Reuters

U.S. livestock: Lean hogs bounce on short-covering, technical buying

By Karl Plume, GFM Network News February 15, 2019

Chicago | Reuters — U.S. lean hog futures ended higher for the first time in three sessions on Friday on short covering and technical buying ahead of the extended Presidents Day holiday weekend, traders and analysts said. Futures had been technically oversold after sinking to seven-month lows early this week under pressure from large hog […] Read more

Cow-Calf, Livestock

Getting ready for calving

By Canadian Cattlemen Staff February 15, 2019

For those producers who still have a few weeks before calving, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln has a recently released fact sheet. Aaron Berger, an extension beef educator with the university, offered several tips. The condensed version follows:

Livestock, Markets, Reuters

U.S. livestock: Lean hogs stumble on weak pork, trade unease

By Karl Plume, GFM Network News February 15, 2019

Chicago | Reuters — U.S. lean hog futures fell for a second straight day on Thursday as weak pork prices and nervousness about trade talks between the U.S. and China weighed on the market, traders and analysts said. Officials from both countries are meeting in Beijing this week to try to hammer out a deal[...]
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U.S. livestock: Cattle sink on lower beef, slowing demand

By Karl Plume, GFM Network News February 13, 2019

Chicago | Reuters — U.S. live cattle futures declined for a second straight session on Wednesday as lower beef prices and seasonally slowing demand for the red meat triggered profit-taking and technical selling, traders and analysts said. Traders are awaiting the next wave of cattle sales at U.S. Plains feedlot markets, but cash market bids[...]
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A Tinder-inspired app meant to help farmers match up potential partners for their cattle is demonstrated at a farm in Hampshire, Britain on Feb. 12, 2019. (Photo: Reuters/Matthew Stock)

Beef Cattle, Dairy Cattle, Livestock, Machinery, Reuters

‘Tinder for cows’ matches livestock in mood for love

By Matthew Stock February 13, 2019

Petersfield, England | Reuters — A Tinder-inspired app is helping farmers match up potential partners for their cattle. Called “Tudder” — a mix of dating app Tinder and udder — it lets farmers swipe right on cattle they like the look of. They are then directed to a page on the SellMyLivestock website where they[...]
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U.S. livestock: Hog futures jump on U.S.-China trade hopes

By Karl Plume, GFM Network News February 13, 2019

Chicago | Reuters — U.S. lean hog futures jumped more than two per cent on Tuesday in a second straight day of strong gains fueled by hopes that U.S.-China trade talks would revive Chinese demand for American pork, traders and analysts said. Bargain buying further propelled gains after benchmark April futures dropped for four straight[...]
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Winter feed requirements will vary depending on whether the bulls are weanlings, yearlings or mature bulls.

Beef Cattle, Features

Winter nutrition for bulls

When feeding bulls, the main thing is to assess your goals for those animals, says Dr. Bart Lardner

By Heather Smith Thomas February 12, 2019

The bull supplies half the genetics for a calf crop so producers will want to make sure bulls are fertile, healthy and sound, and in good body condition through winter. Young bulls are still growing, so they need adequate energy and protein to support growth as well as maintenance and body condition, and body heat[...]
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Klassen: Feeder cattle succumb to negative margins

By Jerry Klassen February 12, 2019

Alberta fed cattle prices have dropped nearly $15 over the past three weeks. Feedlot margins are deep in red ink, with losses amounting to $200-250 per head. Compared to last week, yearlings and calves over 700 lbs. traded $3-$5 lower; calves under 700 lbs. were down $5-$8 with some feeder markets in Alberta dropping as[...]
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Food and beverage makers’ sales predicted to slide on trade tensions: FCC

More canola among AAFC’s 2025/26 projections

Klassen: Feeder market remains volatile

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Food and beverage makers’ sales predicted to slide on trade tensions: FCC

More canola among AAFC’s 2025/26 projections

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U.S. livestock: Cattle futures jump on snowstorm

Breeding and calving heifers an evolution for Saskatchewan ranch

U.S. livestock: Lean hogs bounce on short-covering, technical buying

Getting ready for calving

U.S. livestock: Lean hogs stumble on weak pork, trade unease

U.S. livestock: Cattle sink on lower beef, slowing demand

‘Tinder for cows’ matches livestock in mood for love

U.S. livestock: Hog futures jump on U.S.-China trade hopes

Winter nutrition for bulls

Klassen: Feeder cattle succumb to negative margins

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